Lineman jobs in Temple, TX

Apprentice Lineman 

This is the entry level class for this skilled electrical trade.  Incumbents work under close supervision learning and performing aspects of the trade and learning how to work with energized high voltage distribution or transmission line voltages, while assisting Journeyman Lineman with the construction, maintenance, and repairs on the electrical overhead and underground distribution and transmission system.  This class is distinguished from the Journeyman Lineman in that the latter is competent to perform the full range of skilled duties.

1. Learn and assist with performing the construction, maintenance, and repairs on the electrical overhead and underground distribution and transmission systems.  
2. Learn and assist with operating, inspecting, and maintaining aerial devices, digger/derricks, excavation equipment, and other electric line related equipment.
3. Learn and observe proper safety precautions, particularly when working on or near energized circuits and with hazardous chemicals.
4. Dig pole and anchor holes. Load, unload, remove, install, transport, and frame poles. 
5. Set transformers and pull overhead and underground primary and secondary conductors.
6. Operate, inspect, and maintain aerial devices, digger/derricks, excavation equipment, and other electric line related equipment.
7. Climb poles with climbing hooks and belt, troubleshoot underground and overhead distribution systems, set transformers and pull underground primary and secondary conductors.
8. Assist Journeyman class with performing distribution switching, documentation and mapping information, and perform other related duties as assigned.

Journeyman Lineman

This class level for the skilled electrical trade have completed the apprentice level of training and experience and incumbents are fully qualified to work on energized primary and secondary electrical transmission and distribution lines, related facilities, and equipment; incumbents work under general supervision performing highly skilled work in the installation, maintenance and repair of the municipal electrical utility overhead and underground distribution and transmission system. 

The Journeyman Lineman performs all duties of the Apprentice Lineman, in addition to completing the following more complex journeyman level duties:

1. Perform construction, maintenance, and repairs on the electrical overhead and underground distribution and transmission systems.         
2. Complete reports, documentation, and mapping information.
3. Assist Foreman in training of Apprentice Lineman.
4. Perform other related duties as assigned, including but not limited to, act as Foreman in his/her absence as designated.

Required:    High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

                  Valid Texas Class A CDL or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire date

                  Must maintain a residence within a 40 minute response time of the Utility Service Center within 6 months of accepting position 

Available to work on-call, emergency response, weekends, and evenings

                  Availability and willingness to participate, as needed in working overtime and/or on evenings and weekends

Ability to progress through skill plan program, within specified period of time, as defined in department’s skill plan policy 

Ability to perform essential duties in an environment that entails a variety of weather conditions and extreme temperatures; working at heights of up to 90’ above ground level; frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, climbing, and pushing/pulling; using hoist and dollies to lift and move heavy objects; and physically lifting and moving objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

Possess basic level computer skills

*Additional requirement for Journeyman Lineman:  Four (4) or more years of progressive electric utility line experience                        

Preferred:   Graduate of a Lineman School or equivalent experience

Apprentice – six months to one year of experience performing general labor duties

Journeyman Lineman – Department of Labor Journeyman certification or equivalent